Maui News
Nāpili affordable housing bill clears first reading
Maui County Council members passed on first reading Friday morning a bill that sets aside $650,000 from the Affordable Housing Fund as a grant to A0746 Lahaina L.P. for pre-development costs for a project in Nāpili.
Transport continues for Ka Laʻi Ola homes in Lahaina
Hauling will take place nightly at 9 p.m., from Wednesday, April 9 through Friday, April 11. The transport will involve trucks in a caravan that will move the homes from the staging area near the Kahului small boat ramp, along Kahului Beach Road (Route 3400), to Lahaina.
‘Dr. Vog’ says the smog’s not gone, Maui’s monitors tell a different story
While emission rates from Kīlauea have recently been “high”—up to 50,000 metric tons of sulfur dioxide (SO₂) per day, according to USGS reports—Maui’s air quality sensors appear to be telling a different story.
Flags lowered in honor of former state Rep. Ward
Gov. Josh Green, M.D., has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawaiʻi state flag be flown at half-staff on Friday, April 4, to sunset on Monday, April 7, in recognition of the unwavering service of former Rep. Gene Ward.
Maui man cited for alleged drug and drone violations while fishing in South Maui
A Maui man was arrested for alleged drone and drug violations while fishing from shore in South Maui on Sunday.
UH opens registration for 2025 GenCyber camps to train students, teachers in cybersecurity
The camps, funded by the National Security Agency and the National Science Foundation, provide free opportunities to develop cybersecurity skills.
Maui Visitor Industry scholarships open through April 25
Maui’s visitor industry invites Maui County students of high school and post-high school to apply for scholarship opportunities this April.
Hawai’i Wildfire Management Organization recognized with national award
The Hawai‘i Wildfire Management Organization has been recognized by the National Association of State Foresters as a leader in wildfire mitigation.
Kahului man reported missing after failing to return home from work
James Dando, 47, of Kahului was reported missing on Thursday, April 3, 2025, after he failed to return home from work. Dando was last seen on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at approximately 7:45 a.m., leaving his Kahului residence and heading to work in Lahaina. Dando has no vehicle, and his cellular phone is turned off.
OHA Awards $300,000 to Kualapuʻu School Project Hoʻokahua on Molokaʻi
The Hoʻokākoʻo Corporation announces receipt of a two-year grant extension from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) Kumuwaiwai Naʻauao Educational Resources Grants program totaling $300,000, which will support Native Hawaiian elementary students at Kualapuʻu Public Charter School on Molokaʻi.
Registration open for fifth year of Ahupuaʻa Stewards Program on Maui
Hawai‘i Land Trust, Hawaiʻi’s statewide local nonprofit land trust that protects, stewards, and connects people to the lands that sustain Hawaiʻi, is partnering with the University of Hawai‘i Maui College for the fifth year of the Ahupua‘a Stewards Leadership Program. The program is supported by Kamehameha Schools and the Robert F. Orr Charitable Foundation.
DOH expands efforts to prevent measles outbreak in Hawai’i
The state department of Health is expanding efforts to prevent a measles outbreak in Hawaiʻi as cases continue to spread across the mainland and globally. This includes expanded educational outreach about exposure risks and encouraging more vaccinations.
Maui police seek public help in locating Big Island man reported missing in 2014
The Maui Police Department requests the public’s assistance with any information on the whereabouts of Peter Mahoe, 41, of Hawaiʻi Island. Mahoe disappeared on May 29, 2014, in the area of the Cape Kumukahi Light House on Hawaiʻi Island . Information provided to the Maui Police Department from a concerned citizen indicates that Mahoe may have been seen in the Lahaina and Kahului areas as recently as two weeks ago.
Wildfire safety legislation moves ahead in the Senate
The Senate Judiciary and Ways and Means committees have recommended passage of a House bill that would put into state law fire safety recommendations arising from a Hawaiʻi Attorney General investigation of the August 2023 Maui wildfire disaster. The bill has passed second reading and moves on to third reading in the Senate. House Bill […]
26th Annual King Kekaulike HS Spring Concert featuring special guest trumpeter Eric Miyashiro
The King Kekaulike High School Music Program presents the 26th Annual KKHS Spring Concert with special guest artist Eric Miyashiro on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Castle Theater. The concert also features the Nā Aliʻi Big Band, Kekaulike Concert Choir, and the Kekaulike Wind Ensemble.
Real Estate Commission to host free virtual ‘Condorama’ education event
The event is geared toward condominium owners seeking insights on key topics such as community association risk management, wildfire insurance and flood insurance policies.
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center to host National Crime Victims’ Rights Week events
In observance of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, Queen Kaʻahumanu Center will host two community events focused on supporting and educating the public on efforts to achieve justice for victims of all crime.
MEO receives $6,250 grant with help from Valley Isle Community FCU
Maui Economic Opportunity received a $6,250 grant through the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines in a partnership with Valley Isle Community Federal Credit Union to support MEO’s Business Development Center.
Governor appoints Karen Nakasone as new Chief Judge for Intermediate Court of Appeals
Gov. Josh Green, M.D. announced the appointment of Karen T. Nakasone as the new Chief Judge of the Intermediate Court of Appeals (ICA). Nakasone will fill the vacancy left by the elevation of Judge Lisa M. Ginoza to Associate Justice of the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court.
Kīhei Charter School announces 8th Annual Hawaiian Lūʻau Fundraiser
The Kīhei Charter School has announced its 8th Annual Hawaiian Lūʻau benefit fundraiser for the school’s athletic programs. The lūʻau takes place on Saturday, April 5, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the charter school campus located at 650 Līpoa Pkwy., mauka of the Piʻilani Highway.
